A push to reform Idaho’s liquor license system that now doles out permits based on population-based quotas has won a Senate hearing, but some lawmakers say time may be running out for such a complicated bill.
The measure, supported by Idaho Licensed Beverage Association leaders and Gov. Butch Otter, would let cities and counties issue unlimited new licenses, but only to businesses with restaurant or hotels.
Owners of some one-thousand existing licenses would receive special treatment to preserve their value, like 10 percent discounts, cheaper relicensing and transferability almost anywhere in Idaho. (AP)
